Samppa Lahtinen

Samppa Lahtinen is an experienced leader and innovator in technology, currently serving as the Chairman of the Board at Quanscient, where responsibilities include securing over $10 million in funding for a quantum software startup and guiding the board of directors. As a Board Member, contributions involve assembling a diverse founding team and facilitating business growth through advanced simulation tools. Lahtinen is also a Kirittäjä/Sparring Partner at Kasvuryhmä, fostering challenging discussions to enhance participants' goals. At M-Files, extensive experience spans multiple roles, including Senior Manager for Industry Solutions and Group VP of Customer Success, focusing on enhancing customer satisfaction and driving SaaS transitions. Lahtinen's earlier roles include CIO at QUALIM, Quality Manager at Motive Systems, and software developer for M-Files, with an educational background that includes a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, ongoing studies in media and arts, and work towards a PhD in Computer Science.